DUEN - Det Danske Ungdomsensemble is Denmark's national youth string orchestra, founded by Danish Radio in 2004 and independent since 2011, based in Holstebro. Around 25 selected players aged 17-27 gather for intensive residential rehearsals and perform across Denmark, with a repertoire ranging from Baroque to world premieres by contemporary composers. The ensemble is a member of the European Federation of National Youth Orchestras, and has been led throughout its existence by conductor and artistic director Morten Ryelund.
DUEN participated in the opening concert for Opera in Rebild 2026 together with Henrik Goldschmidt on August 9.
DUEN performed at a summer concert at Engelsholm on August 19, 2026 under the direction of Morten Ryelund.
Frederiksberg Festival announced DUEN as a participating ensemble at the festival.
DUEN was invited to participate in Opera in Rebild 2025.
Artistic director Morten Ryelund received the Emil Holm Memorial Award for his efforts in developing young orchestra musicians.
